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Frederick Brown Obituary
Born in Bryn Mawr on Sept. 25, 1953, Frederick was the son of Edith (Wylie) and Frederick W. Brown Sr., both deceased.
Frederick led a fulfilling professional and family life.
After graduating from Villanova University, he earned a master's degree from Drexel University.
Frederick worked as a mechanical engineer for The Boeing Co. in Ridley Park for more than 30 years. In 2010, he was recognized by Boeing as a Technical Fellow.
He was also an adjunct professor at Villanova University in the mechanical engineering department for 30 years.
When not at work, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially fly fishing, hunting and camping. He enjoyed following local sports teams, especially his Villanova Wildcats college basketball team. He was also a licensed amateur ham radio operator.
Frederick was a proud father and grandfather, and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family.
He was active in his church and was a past president of the Holy Name Society.
Frederick is survived by his beloved wife, Eileen M. (Glatfelter) Brown, with whom he shared 35 years of marriage; his children, Eric M. (Amanda), Matthew E. (Cynthia) and Katheryn Brown (Kenneth); and five grandchildren. He is also survived by his dear sister, Susan March (Stephen); half sister Fannah Proper; and numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.
Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation from 9 to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 80 S. 17th Ave., Coatesville, and to his funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m.
Interment will be in Birmingham-Lafayette Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Neighborhood Hospice, 400 E. Marshall St., West Chester, PA 19380.
Arrangements are being handled by the Donohue Funeral Home, 43 W. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown, 610-269-3080. Online at www.donohuefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Brown
Anne Hasson
October 21, 2024
Eileen, you got a good guy Sorry for your loss.
Please get in touch with me. I miss you. And sr. Marian misses you too.
Love, Anne Hasson [email protected]
RAYMOND JOHN DRAGO
October 21, 2023
It still seems like yesterday that I worked with Fred at Boeing. I still remember working with him on many interesting projects. Still missed....
Anne hasson
September 25, 2023
Eileen I am so sorry for your loss. I´m praying for you for peace. Love Anne Hasson 302 513 8924
RAYMOND DRAGO
October 21, 2020
It was a bit of a shock when, as I read this morning's email, I realized that it has been 8 years since Fred's passing. I still vividly remember Fred's progression from student to test stand intern to Boeing employee and, most especially, to Boeing Technical Fellow. He was a joy to work with and a good friend. His memory will be with me forever. I trust that he is keeping all the gears in Heaven in good working order.
Chris Townend
December 11, 2012
Dear Mrs. Brown and Family. I just learned of Fred's passing from a friend who works at Boeing. I am so sorry for your loss. It was nice to read the guest book comments. Fred was well respected at Boeing.
I manage the ME labs at Villanova and have worked with Prof. Brown on various nights over the last 26 years. It was always nice to bump into him in here on campus and have missed his company in recent years. I remember when he first started taking up fly fishing. Unfortunately, I never got to join him on Brandywine Creek. I will think of him the next time I go out.
Please accept my sincerest thoughts and deepest sympathy on behalf of all of us here in the Mechanical Engineering Department and the Villanova Community as a whole.
Barney Berlinger
November 12, 2012
Dear Eileen and family. I had known Fred for many years and recently worked with him in efforts to advance the state of fthe art in helicopter transmissions. He was ALWAYS enthusiastic, cordial and forward thinking in my dealings with him. My sincere sympathies on this untimely loss. Barney Berlinger
Mark Robuck
November 12, 2012
Dear Eileen and Family,
The words of so many that admired Fred are small comfort for such a loss, be assured that we are greiving with you. Fred was a dear friend to me, and I will miss his goodwill and great character and our daily camaraderie.
Matt Carter
November 4, 2012
I enjoyed every conversation with Fred and always learned from those conversations.
November 3, 2012
To the Family of Fred Brown.
I wish to express the sorrow of the passing of Fred on behalf of all of REM. We worked with Fred for many years and considered him a friend. Fred will be missed.
Mark Michaud
President
REM
Steve Glusman
November 2, 2012
I worked with Fred @ Boeing on and off over many years. He supported me on many programs and I was always impressed with his technical skill and his kind and gentle nature. He was a great technical leader and just a nice guy...willing to go the extra mile to support Boeing. He will be missed professionally and personally. I am very sorry for his family's loss.
Dawne Lopes
November 2, 2012
To the Brown Family, I was sorry to hear about the passing or your husband/father. I have only known Fred for a little while, but his kind, soft demeanor made me give him the up most respect. He will be missed. May God give you and your family the strength to endure your loss.
Barry Goldsmith
November 2, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Brown family for their loss. Fred will be sorely missed by myself and others of the Boeing Engineering family
Roy/Pat Cunningham
November 1, 2012
Eileen, I worked with Fred both in and away from Boeing and I've always had the greatest respect for him. Fred was a real gentleman. He was a pleasure to work with and he will certainly be missed. We have lost a good friend and a wonderful person besides one of Boeings' top engineers. Pat and I will be praying for you and your family during this very difficult time.
Kurt and Cindy Luckenbill
November 1, 2012
We have only known Fred about five years but like so many others will miss him very much. We know he was a great man because along with Eileen he parented the finest husband any parents could wish for their daughter. Eileen, you and the kids are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
Rudy Alfonso
November 1, 2012
Cant say enough about this kind, humble,brilliant engineer and friend. We will miss his wonderful smile, friendship and ability to explain the most complex technical issues in ways anyone could understand. He will never be forgotten by those of us that worked with and learned from him. Thank you Fred for all of the great memories and what you taught us over the years.
Chris Drago
November 1, 2012
My sympathy to Mr. Brown's family.
Keith Angie Kristen Kiedaisch
October 31, 2012
Hugs to the Brown family. Wish we could be there for you Kate, Ken and Lily. Your Dad will always be in your heart.
Paul Teare
October 31, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Fred will sorely missed by us at Boeing and we take comfort in having known him and knowing he is no longer suffering.
Fred in London
Dale Weires
October 31, 2012
It was a great honor to know Fred, I had the great pleasure of traveling with Fred on many occassions. One of Fred's traits that I admired most was his ability to explain difficult engineering principles in a way that could be understood by all, even by us metallurgists!! We will miss Fred very much.
David Fiorenza
October 31, 2012
Truly a good guy; a gentle giant. I echo all the other sentiments of people here. God bless the Brown family.
Alex Kapelevich
October 31, 2012
Fred was a great man. It was an honor for me to be his friend.
r bruce thompson
October 31, 2012
Workng with Fred at Boeing was a pleasure because of his knowledge, his willingness to listen and the clear and concise way he expressed his opinions.
His helpfulness and sense of humor will be sorely missed.
Jeff Hayes
October 31, 2012
Fred was a true renaissance man. I'm grateful to have known him. I'm sure he's now lecturing the angels about the science behind their wings.
Bob Filler
October 30, 2012
I had the pleasure of crossing paths with Fred even though I work for Boeing in Mesa, AZ. I work in the drive systems stress group here, and we learned that Fred was a great source of experience and "gear wisdom." He always impressed me as a true gentleman - always ready and willing to help and never made you feel like there was a dumb question. I am very sorry for your loss, and I will miss hearing Fred's voice on the other end of the line, but am sure he is at peace.
May God bless Fred and his family.
Roger Burdick
October 30, 2012
I'm very sorry to hear of Fred's death. I've always had a high regard for his knowledge and I've enjoyed his company.
My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
October 30, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about Fred's passing. He was a great guy who always had a friendly smile and hello for everyone. We had the pleasure of knowing him as fellow parishioners at OLR. May God hold you up Eileen, and your family , during this very sad time. You will be in our prayers. Marnie &Ron Gibson
Kate Brown
October 30, 2012
My dad was my father, friend and hero. He will be missed and never forgotten.
Mike pierz
October 30, 2012
Much too soon.
Lou and Betty Filippone
October 29, 2012
Dear Eileen & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Fred. I know he fought a tough battle but now he is at peace. Our hearts go out to you and your family. God Bless you!
Tony Shen
October 29, 2012
May the Love of God, the Mercy of Christ and the Peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and beloved family.
Stephen & Jennifer Bonsall
October 29, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers
Raymond Drago
October 28, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Brown family. Fred was a fine man, a really good engineer and, most of all, a great father. He will be sorely missed. I had the privilege of working with Fred for more than 30 years, beginning even before he began his career at Boeing (while he worked as a student on the Boeing gear test facility at Villanova University as an engineering student). I watched Fred grow rapidly from "Student" Engineer to "Master" Engineer. One of my fondest memories was the day (26 January 2004) I was asked to write a recommendation for Fred's induction into the Boeing Technical Fellowship in recognition of his accomplishments as a Gear System Technologist, my own chosen field as well. Fred had a great, dry sense of humor. When I retired from Boeing in 2003 I was honored to turn over the title of "Boeing Gear Doctor" to Fred. Prior to that time, he often referred to himself as The "Boeing Gear Nurse!" He carried "promotion" to Gear Doctor quite well... I am proud to have had the opportunity to call Fred both colleague and friend. I trust now that all the gears in Heaven will mesh properly!
Rosemary & Ray Drago
October 28, 2012
Dear Eileen & Family; All our sympathy & Prayers are being said for you & your family. He will be missed by everyone. I know that Fred is in his new home where he is at peace and with God's family. Please if we can help you out anyway let us know. God Bless and much love Rose, Ray & Family ;
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